Penton weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

How does the December weather in Penton compare to other months? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Penton typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 7°C, cooling off to about 2°C at night.

Precipitation

Penton in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 39 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Penton. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Penton climate page with graphs.

 

Penton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 107 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 16% *  

* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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